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2018-12-05 00:00:00

The Village of Valemount and the local Fire Department would like to remind everyone to be extra cautious at this time of year with heating sources, electrical equipment, Christmas trees, and candles.
Never keep flammable materials near wood or pellet burning appliances and heaters. Properly dispose of ashes in a metal container away from other combustible items, separate from other solid waste. Ensure ashes have completely cooled before disposing into compost piles.
Be sure to test smoke alarms once a month and change batteries once a year. In addition to smoke alarms it also recommended that you have fire extinguishers in your home, and that family members know how to operate one in case of an emergency. Closing the door when going to bed is a good safety measure, as smoke can kill a person before flames from a fire get near.
Practicing basic fire safety with your family is the best way to protect you and your family during a fire.
For more Fire safety practices please visit: www.canada.ca/…/healt…/services/home-safety/fire-safety.html